Latest Defence Jobs

Systems Engineer

As a Systems Engineer, you will act as the bridge between shop floor users and third-party suppliers, focusing on monitoring service performance, supporting IT solutions, and maintaining the MES support strategy. You will work closely with an international team to ensure operational stability and optimize workflows, while also troubleshooting technical issues and engaging with third parties when necessary.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Radiation and Nuclear Hardening Engineer

This role involves working on advanced spacecraft projects, including rovers and satellites for telecoms, military, and scientific applications. You will learn about radiation and nuclear hardening, produce and review technical documentation, and manage radiation testing of components. The position offers opportunities for career growth and collaboration with experienced engineers.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Project Manager

This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from rapid prototyping and research to complex hardware development and system integration within a defence and aerospace context. The Project Manager ensures on-time, on-cost, and high-quality delivery while leading cross-functional teams, overseeing financial performance, and driving continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include bid management, stakeholder engagement, supply chain coordination, and mentoring project leads in a highly innovative, experimental environment.

Saab Bedford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Air Combat Simulation Engineer

This role involves working as part of a small team to develop and validate models and simulation tools for aircraft and aerospace systems. Responsibilities include building requirements, creating and testing models, integrating them into larger simulations, and generating technical documentation.

Saab Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Spacecraft Platform Engineer

The Spacecraft Platform Engineer will work on mission-critical technology for secure military communications satellites, ensuring the logical and systematic conversion of customer requirements into total systems solutions. Responsibilities include functional analysis, timeline analysis, and leading major projects to completion, with a focus on spacecraft platform performance and customer representation.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Systems Engineering - Requirements and Verification Manager

This role involves working on complex, mission-critical systems for secure military communications satellites, contributing to system design, integration, verification, and validation. You will be part of a highly skilled engineering team, solving challenging technical problems and influencing major programmes of work.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Design Safety Engineer

As a Design Safety Engineer, you will influence design decisions by analyzing potential failures and their impact on system safety and reliability. You will work on evaluating design concepts, identifying failure modes, and producing safety case reports, ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires a strong analytical and problem-solving approach.

Rolls Royce United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Radio Frequency Engineer

As a Radio Frequency Engineer at Rolls-Royce, you will work on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), focusing on computational analysis, aerothermal performance, and cross-disciplinary design. You will define RF requirements, develop powerplant concepts, and collaborate with engineering functions to ensure technical integrity and innovation in next-generation propulsion systems.

Rolls Royce Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Test and Applications Engineer

This role involves hands-on testing and evaluation of high-power RF systems, developing test plans, performing failure analysis, and troubleshooting complex performance issues. The engineer will also provide technical customer support, assist in automated test system development, and contribute to product optimisation across aerospace, defence, and medical imaging applications. Occasional travel supports direct customer integration and problem-solving.

Pure Resourcing Solutions Cm12Qu, CM1 2QU, United Kingdom £50,000 – £75,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Manufacturing Project Engineer

This role involves managing complex, high-integrity manufacturing projects from contract award to final delivery within safety-critical defence, nuclear, and aerospace sectors. The engineer coordinates technical activities across internal teams, customers, and supply chain partners, ensuring compliance with stringent quality and security standards. Key responsibilities include project planning, DFM support, documentation control, and resolving technical issues during production.

Meritus Talent Stockport, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Systems Integration Engineer

This role involves leading the integration of UAV platforms, bridging design, production, and external partners to scale from prototype to repeatable manufacturing. The engineer will drive standardisation, resolve technical integration issues, and ensure system-wide compatibility across mechanical, electrical, avionics, and mission systems. Responsibilities include hands-on assembly, test readiness, documentation, and supporting manufacturing partners across Europe.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Materials Engineer

This role involves providing metallurgical and technical support across high-performance industries such as aerospace, defence, and medical engineering. The engineer will prepare and analyse metal microstructures, conduct testing, and ensure safe handling of chemicals. It offers hands-on laboratory work with a structured weekly schedule and opportunities for professional growth.

Hue Recruitment Sg188Qb, SG18 8QB, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Engineer x2 - SC Cleared - Up to

As a Senior Embedded Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and expertise, working directly with customers in the Aerospace and Defence sectors. You will mentor junior team members and contribute to various programmes, focusing on embedded software development and real-time operating systems.

Morgan McKinley Hampshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

System Design Engineer

The System Design Engineer will create detailed electrical and mechanical designs for complex technology systems used in defence, maritime, and government sectors. This role involves developing 2D/3D CAD drawings, schematics, and production documentation, supporting projects from concept through to manufacturing. The engineer will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver ruggedised, standards-compliant systems for challenging environments.

Shorterm Group Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer will ensure high standards in optical manufacturing by conducting internal audits, leading root cause analysis, and supporting new product introductions. This role involves resolving customer quality issues, managing non-conformances, and improving processes using methodologies like 5Y and 8D. The position plays a key part in maintaining AS9100 compliance and reducing the cost of poor quality across mission-critical applications.

G&H Group Ta190Pf, TA19 0PF, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required